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Office Survey Technician

DDS

Henrietta, New York

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22–$30 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Career Development, Community Development, Construction, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Driver's License, Energy & Utilities, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Flexible Spending Accounts, Land Development, Land Surveying, Legal, Legal Reports, Legal Research, Maintain Compliance, Photogrammetry, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Research Skills, Surveying, Team Player, Time Management, Topography, Training Program, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Henrietta, New York
POSTED
2 days ago
LocationWest Henrietta, NY

Why Join DDS? At DDS, you'll build your surveying career on impactful projects, from energy infrastructure to community development. Our collaborative culture and advanced technology provide a platform to grow alongside industry experts, with opportunities to expand your skills.

About DDS Engineering and Surveying, LLP DDS Engineering and Surveying, LLP pioneers precision in land surveying, fueling infrastructure projects that shape communities. Our team leverages cutting-edge tools to deliver reliable survey solutions for utility, energy, and construction clients. As an Office Survey Technician, you'll support our expert surveyors with CAD drafting and boundary work, growing your skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that drives project success and career development.

Benefits:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • 401K with match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Life and AD&D coverage
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • HSA and/or FSA Accounts
  • Comprehensive Training Programs
Office Survey Technician

Pay Rate: $22-$30/Hour based on experience and qualifications

Location: West Henrietta, NY

Job Summary DDS seeks an Office Survey Technician for a primarily office-based role in West Henrietta, NY, with occasional field work. This entry- to mid-level position focuses on CAD drafting, deed research, and supporting boundary, topographic, and utility surveys. Using AutoCAD Map 3D with Carlson Survey, you'll draft maps, perform quality control, and assist with basic legal descriptions. Reporting to the Senior Project Surveyor, you'll collaborate with licensed surveyors, field crews, CAD drafters, and engineers. A Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license is not required; 2+ years of survey experience or an associate degree in land surveying is essential, with strong CAD skills and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft survey maps and plats using AutoCAD Map 3D with Carlson Survey, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project standards.
  • Conduct deed research to support boundary survey deliverables, assisting with basic plat preparation.
  • Perform minor computations, such as importing field data, to support survey workflows.
  • Assist with basic legal descriptions (e.g., metes and bounds) for boundary surveys.
  • Perform quality control on field data to ensure accuracy for CAD integration.
  • Occasionally support field crews with tasks like site verification or quality checks.
  • Collaborate with licensed surveyors, field crews, CAD drafters, and engineers (Land Development and Energy Services Groups) to meet project deadlines.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation and adhere to DDS quality standards.
Skills and Experience

Required Qualifications
  • 2+ years of land surveying experience or an associate degree in land surveying.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Map 3D, Carlson Survey, or other AutoCAD versions for CAD drafting.
  • Familiarity with boundary, topographic, or utility survey processes.
  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work in a team.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for occasional field work.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with MicroStation, Bentley OpenRoads, Leica Register 360, or Pix4D.
  • Certified Survey Technician (CST) or FAA Part 107 sUAV certification.
  • Knowledge of deed research or basic legal description preparation.
  • Familiarity with sUAV photogrammetry processes.
DDS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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